Information Technology - Systems Administrator

Job Title: IT/OT Systems Engineer/ System Administrator

Location: Round Rock, TX 78681

Duration: 12 Months Contract

 

Job Description:

Position Overview:

This position is primarily responsible for providing advanced server support for SYSS Technology. The incumbent collaborates on defining Virtual Server plans and strategies, participates with the development of the long-range infrastructure plans, consults with Technology and lines of business partners to provide appropriate network functionality. This position has a substantial impact on operations, resources and the corporation's reputation.

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

Understands in detail server and network analysis, network operating systems, reporting and logging. Collaborates on defining Technology server/network plans and strategies. Participates in the development of long-range infrastructure plans.

Consults with Technology and lines of business partners to provide appropriate server functionality.

Consults to determine the priorities of the Technology networking project plans.

Troubleshoots and distinguishes between network, server and application issues. Has a solid understanding of server patching methodologies and vulnerabilities and resolves patching vulnerabilities and coordinates schedule. Provides server build sheets for review.

Develops and executes test cases and scripts. Updates project diagrams and department procedures.

Acts as vendor liaison for assigned systems/platforms. Works day shift but may be required after hours and weekend.

Follows change control procedures, contributes to Change Control meetings and participates as required.

Has excellent knowledge of server virtualization, SANs, network operating systems, network directories, vSphere/vCenter patching, server replication and disaster recovery. An ideal candidate has experience with both VMware and Microsoft’s Hyper-V.

Leads complex strategic initiatives, patching and infrastructure projects. Purchases, installs and supports both physical and virtual servers.

Able to present systems overview and related security measures when customers audit our environment for product development

Proficient in SQL Administration and Management, including DB Optimization/Log file optimization/DB Recovery and migrations.

 

Must Haves:

Minimum Level of Education Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position: BA or BS

Minimum # of Years of Job-Related Experience Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position:

Excellent internal customer service skills. Ability to use general office equipment

Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills

A minimum of 3 years of technology related experience with networking physical and virtual servers. Excellent knowledge of end user devices, networks, server hardware and software, infrastructure and reporting tools.

 

Licensures/Certifications:

MCSA (Microsoft), VCP (VMware), CIAE (VCE Vblock)

 

Bhakti Sharma

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